Volvo 1800 Survivor - 69k Miles

Description for Volvo Other 1971

1971 Steel Blue Metallic 1800e - AC Car - 4 Speed + OD

69k Miles - Honest Time Capsule Survivor - Rare Color (102) - Solid Car

Please call 425-736-3888 with any questions or to make an offer.

Rare Dealer Trunk Rack & Original 1971 Floor Mats

69k Original Documented Miles (All paperwork since new)

Runs and Drives Great- Interior Very Nice

1971 Volvo 1800e - Rare Blue Metallic (Color 102)

Bought new in Portland Oregon in 1971, this 69k mile car has stayed in the Portland area until recently. The rare color on this Volvo 1800e really is something to look at, it's one of the rarest colors of them all. Color code 102. It was resprayed back in 1989, it shows it age with some fading in areas but overall the presentation in good.

This original 1800e has no rust and is amazing to gaze at. The panels, doors and brightwork (chrome) are all original and are in great shape. This car looks very clean going down the road but on closer inspection there is typical small rock chips, small scratches, overspray and typical sun fades in the original paint. What you won't be finding is any major rust, there are 2-3 small paint bubbles smaller than a pea, near front window, under tail light and by back window, nothing major at all, very minor surface areas. There is a slight color mismatch on the upper rear body panel, between the fin and trunk, all metal is solid. With a new paint job this car would be a showstopper. The front left hood does have a small tweak in it by the hinge, may be hard to see in photos. Overall this Volvo 1800e is in amzing shape for over 45 years of life.

The rare trunk rack is a pretty neat add on they had put on it, very clean. All glass is solid except for a small chip in the middle of the front windshield. All locks work along with the wing windows. Doesn't leak any water, the seals good.

The original interior is very good. The seats looks and feel very nice and the backseat is near perfect. The dash does have 2 cracks and the left drivers armrest has had a patch over a wear mark. The rear backseat does have Volvo seatbelts installed (for the golf clubs) The AC turns on but doesn't blow too cold, it's not needed here in October. Overall in great shape.

The headliner is in great shape along with the fold down top sun blinders. All the electronics work without issue - except the clock. The dimmer switch needs to be looked at, seems a bit finicky. Overall incredible condition for this 1800!

The car runs and drives nicely, it has a huge stack of paperwork where the previous owners took great mechanical work on it. The blue overdrive light does come on when shifting into 5th, but the solenoid doesn't engage, we haven't tried to replace anything, it's all the oroginal drivetrain. When warm for about 10 seconds it seems to be a bit flooded, we believe it's the cold start valve stuck open. Should be a quick fix. It does come with the original Volvo radio in the trunk. Even has the original tool kit!

The undercarraige shows no rust holes or rot. It's very solid.

Watch it run and drive here: Go to www.dropbox (.com)/s/1wbbv4blmavruyi/1800.mp4?dl=0

See the full resolution photos here. Go to www.dropbox (.com) /sh/wuwfdfxhqxk3sd9/AAA0zSe-TscB2U824qadQ0n4a?dl=0

This Auction ends on October 19th, 6pm PST / 9pm EST- please don't miss the ending, I can't take offers after it's over.

Please only bid if you have the finances to purchase the car.

I will contact the winning bidder via email within 4 hours of auction completion. I would like a $500 deposit via paypal within 24 hours. Balance is due (bank check or bank wire transfer only) within 5 calendar days of auction end. I own the car free and clear, I can send you a copy of the title and bill of sale once the deposit comes through. The car will be securely garaged until pickup in Olympia WA.

The transport cost is the responsibility of the winning bidder, although I'll be happy to help with logistics for any domestic or international shipping.

Thanks for bidding! Call with any questions or offers 425-736-3888